A Story Of Niagara To Which Are Appended Reminiscences Of A Custom House Officer (1870)

""A Story of Niagara: To Which Are Appended Reminiscences of a Custom House Officer"" is a book written by Charles R. Edwards and originally published in 1870. The book is a historical account of the Niagara region, focusing on the famous Niagara Falls and the surrounding area. Edwards provides a detailed description of the geography, geology, and history of the area, including the early explorers, the Native American tribes, and the European settlers. He also describes the development of the tourist industry at Niagara Falls and the various attractions that drew visitors to the area. In addition to the main narrative, the book includes a series of reminiscences from a custom house officer who worked in the Niagara region during the mid-19th century. These anecdotes provide a unique perspective on daily life in the area and offer insights into the customs and traditions of the time. Overall, ""A Story of Niagara"" is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of one of North America's most iconic landmarks.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.